Granny's butter bean dumplings are a classic comfort food dish that has been passed down through generations. These savory dumplings are made with a combination of mashed butter beans, flour, and seasonings, and are typically served in a flavorful broth. The texture of the dumplings is soft and fluffy, while the broth is rich and flavorful, making them a hearty and satisfying meal. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a special occasion dish, granny's butter bean dumplings are sure to impress.
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GRANDMA'S DUMPLINGS FROM SCRATCH: 100+ YEAR OLD RECIPE
Grandma would always make these for us when we were under the weather. She would cook a chicken in a pot with water, carrots, onions, and celery until it was done. Then she would pull all the chicken meat of the bone, and put it back into the broth (she would taste it after the meat was added and then add salt, pepper, and a little parsley). I always sat on the counter and watched her throw everything in a pan without measuring, and they were AMAZING. Finally, I asked her to write it down for me, and I'm glad I did. Posting on here so I never lose this recipe! She always rolled them out thin and used a knife to cut them into pieces. They were never the same shape, but that's how we knew when Grandma made them :) NOTE: Grandma learned how to make these from her mother, so this is the OLD school recipe for dumplings. I am writing it like she gave it to me. Scant teaspoon means a little under the measurement: not quite to the top but not 1/4 less.
Provided by CookingBlues
Categories Stew
Time 20m
Yield 1 big pot, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix the first 6 ingredients together until combined. Slowly add the water until you form a dough. You may have to add more or less water to form the ball.
- Roll out the dumpling dough on a floured surface thin and cut into bite size pieces.
- Drop them one at a time into simmering chicken/broth. She would always drop a few then wait a bit, then drop a few more. She said this kept them from sticking together in the end. After they are all added, give a gentle stir (once or twice around the pot, then leave it alone).
- Let the dumplings simmer in the chicken/broth mixture until they float to the top (about 15 minutes or so). I have let them simmer a longer, and that's fine. She would taste the broth one last time after the dumplings were done for seasoning before we got to eat them!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.2, Fat 3.2, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 87.8, Carbohydrate 32, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 4.3
GRANDMA'S BUTTER NOODLES
This is my late mother-in-laws recipe for noodles -- her favorite for flavor and because they don't spring back when you roll them. At every family gathering she'd make the best Chicken and Noodles, dropping her prepared noodles into homemade chicken broth along with shredded cooked chicken, then serving them over mashed potatoes. I've made them many times and everyone loves them. When making multiple batches, and lacking counter space, I hang the rounds on clean plastic hangers to dry.
Provided by MOMOFADDY
Time 2h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk the eggs and melted butter together with a fork. Stir in the flour, baking powder and salt until dough becomes stiff. Knead on a lightly floured surface or in the bowl for a few minutes to blend completely. Divide the dough into thirds. On a lightly floured surface, roll each piece into a sheet about 1/16 of an inch thick. Place each sheet onto a dry cloth and set aside for 30 to 45 minutes to partially dry.
- When the noodle sheets are somewhat dry, roll up one at a time into a loose spiral and cut into strips as wide as you want using a sharp knife. Spread out the noodles to dry for about 1 hour before cooking or storing in freezer containers. To use frozen noodles, thaw in the container before using.
- To cook the noodles, drop into rapidly boiling water or broth, and cook until tender, 7 to 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.4 calories, Carbohydrate 30.1 g, Cholesterol 115.9 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 701 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
GRANDMA'S GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE
This recipe is much better than the standard mushroom soup and French fried onion version.
Provided by Amy Barry
Categories Side Dish Casseroles Green Bean Casserole Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in flour until smooth, and cook for one minute. Stir in the salt, sugar, onion, and sour cream. Add green beans, and stir to coat.
- Transfer the mixture to a 2 1/2 quart casserole dish. Spread shredded cheese over the top. In a small bowl, toss together cracker crumbs and remaining butter, and sprinkle over the cheese.
- Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the top is golden and cheese is bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.9 calories, Carbohydrate 9.5 g, Cholesterol 45.1 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 7.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 832 mg, Sugar 3 g
BEAN SOUP WITH DUMPLINGS
Field editor Jane Mullins of Livonia, Missouri often lets her slow cooker simmer this nicely spiced, bean-filled broth while she's busy or running errands.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 1h30m
Yield 8 servings (2-1/4 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the first 13 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until vegetables are tender. , For dumplings, combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt and pepper. Combine egg white, milk and oil; stir into dry ingredients. Drop into eight mounds onto boiling soup. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes (do not lift the cover).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 969mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
BETTER THAN GRANNY'S AND EASY CHICKEN AND DUMPLINGS
When my Granny died, I missed her and her chicken and dumplings, because NO one made them like Granny. I tried several recipes but they were either very complicated or not very good. Then I found this one and even my Yankee husband who doesn't like dumplings tried to hide the leftovers to take to work the next day. We LOVE this recipe. They are actually better than Granny's. Even Mama agrees. (Sorry, Granny!)
Provided by BamaKathy
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 35m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In large pot, bring chicken, broth, soup, pepper and poultry seasoning to a boil.
- Then reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes.
- In the meantime, lightly flour a piece of waxed paper and a rolling pin (or a round drinking glass works). Also lay out a clean piece of waxed paper to put on after rolling.
- Take two biscuits and roll out in circle to 1/8 inch thickness. Lay them on the other piece of waxed paper.
- Repeat with all biscuits. Then take a knife and slice the circles into one inch strips.
- Bring pot back to a low boil. Pick up each strip and pull into 1 1/2 to 2 inch pieces and drop into broth on low boil.
- Stir gently to prevent them sticking together.
- Simmer for ten minutes.
Tips:
- Use fresh butter beans for the best flavor and texture.
- If you don't have fresh butter beans, you can use canned or frozen butter beans, but be sure to drain and rinse them thoroughly before using.
- Use a food processor to quickly and easily puree the butter beans.
- Be sure to season the butter bean mixture well with salt and pepper.
- If you want a crispy dumpling, fry them in a hot skillet until golden brown.
- If you want a softer dumpling, steam them in a steamer basket over boiling water.
- Serve the butter bean dumplings with your favorite gravy or sauce.
Conclusion:
Granny's butter bean dumplings are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that will be sure to impress your family and friends.
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